5 of 27 campsites have Proximity To Water

Site 1 Group Site

Site 10 Single Site

Site 11 Single Site

Site 12 Single Site

Site 13 Single Pull Thru Site

Site 14 Single Site

Site 15 Single Site

Site 16 Single Site

Site 17 Single Site

Site 18 Single Site

Site 19 Single Site

Site 2 Single Site

Site 20 Single Site

Site 21 Single Site

Site 22 Single Site

Site 23 Single Pull Thru Site

Site 24 Single Site

Site 25 Single Site

Site 3 Single Site

Site 4 Single Site

Site 5 Single Site

Site 6 Single Site

Site 7 Single Site

Site 8 Group Site

Site 9 Single Site

T1 Tent Only Site

T2 Tent Only Site

Wade Lake Campground

Wade Lake CG

Wade Lake (Mt)

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Wade Lake Campground is located in southwestern Montana on the shore of it’s scenic namesake lake.  It is approximately 43 miles south of Ennis and 35 miles west of Yellowstone National Park.  The 25 site  campground, including two group sites, is situated in a dense Douglas Fir forest on the hillside above the lake.  Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring.  Vault toilets and drinking water taps are provided in each of the two camping loops. There is an undeveloped natural-surface boat launch and the lake has a no-wake speed limit.  Visitors enjoy fishing, small craft boating, and nearby hiking and ATV trails in the Gravelly Range.  Trailers longer than 24 feet are not recommended due to small campsites, narrow roads and tight curves within the campground.  Snow may hinder access in early or late seasons.  Cellular service may be available at the top of the hill near the Forest boundary, about 1.5 miles away.</p>

<p> In 2023 all sites are only available through reservations.  To provide reservation opportunities for those who are unable to plan six months in advance, site numbers 6, 17, 20 and 25 may only be reserved two weeks prior to arrival date.  Sites 2, 9, 14 and 22 may only be reserved four days prior to arrival.  All other sites have a six month booking window.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Wade Lake offers fishing for rainbow and brown trout, as well as boating, canoeing and swimming, despite the cold water.  Boats can be rented at Wade Lake Resort.  Just five miles away, the world renowned Madison River offers blue ribbon flyfishing.  Hiking trails begin right at the campground , as well as, in the nearby Lee Metcalf Wilderness.  Off Road Vehicle trails are abundant in the Gravelly range though there are no trails in the immediate campground area.  </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>There are five vault toilets and five drinking water spigots spread throughout the campground.  Water is available May to September.  Picnic tables and fire rings are located in each site.  Two group camping sites and two walk-in tent camping sites are available.  “Bear proof” bins enable compliance with food storage regulations.  A natural surface boat launch, suitable for small boats and trailers, is provided.  Day-use parking space for the lake is minimal.  There is no garbage service.  </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>At an elevation of 6217 feet, the campground and lake lie in the bottom of a forested ravine at the southern end of the Gravelly mountain range.  The spring fed 200 acre lake is known for its beautiful clear aquamarine water. The larger Cliff Lake is less than 1 mile away.  Moose, deer, eagles, an occasional bear and a variety of waterfowl can be seen in the area .</p>



<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Cliff Lake, Cliff Point Campground and Hilltop Campground are within one mile.  Hilltop is available on a “first come first served” basis.  The west entrance to Yellowstone National Park is about 35 miles east at West Yellowstone.  The Earthquake Lake Visitor Center and Geologic Site is about a ten mile drive.  The Lee Metcalf designated wilderness begins about five miles to the northeast.  A short drive will bring you to much larger Hebgen Lake to the east and Henry's Lake to the south. </p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (406) 682-4253.

Wade Lake Campground is located in southwestern Montana on the shore of it’s scenic namesake lake.  It is approximately 43 miles south of Ennis and 35 miles west of Yellowstone National Park.  The 25 site  campground, including two group sites, is situated in a dense Douglas Fir forest on the hillside above the lake.  Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring.  Vault toilets and drinking water taps are provided in each of the two camping loops. There is an undeveloped natural-surface boat launch and the lake has a no-wake speed limit.  Visitors enjoy fishing, small craft boating, and nearby hiking and ATV trails in the Gravelly Range.  Trailers longer than 24 feet are not recommended due to small campsites, narrow roads and tight curves within the campground.  Snow may hinder access in early or late seasons.  Cellular service may be available at the top of the hill near the Forest boundary, about 1.5 miles away.

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